Ellie Plass – New York Contributor | Resy
Ellie Plass
New York Contributor
Ellie is a freelance writer for Resy Editorial with a deep, unending love for too-dirty martinis, dives with good food, and reading at the bar. She’s worked in the industry since her first-ever job at the age of 15, doing everything from nightclub bottle service, fast food cashiering, diner waitressing, restaurant consulting, and Michelin-starred hosting. She’s lived in Brooklyn for almost 10 years, but grew up in a small(ish) town in Appalachia and didn’t eat her first oyster until the age of 21, a tragedy she’s since spent much time remedying.
Ellie’s Favorite Resy Spots
Red Hook Tavern
Red Hook
A decidedly unhot and popular take: best burger in the city.](/content/cities/new-york-ny/venues/red-hook-tavern?venueId=6377/index.html)
Haenyeo
Park Slope
Those grilled oysters are worthy of worship.](/content/cities/new-york-ny/venues/haenyeo?venueId=4951/index.html)
Macosa Trattoria
Bedford-Stuyvesant
Ideal neighborhood Italian restaurant. Don’t skip the cinghiale if it’s on the menu.](/content/cities/new-york-ny/venues/macosa-trattoria?venueId=60889/index.html)
Kisa
Lower East Side
Perfect spot to hit before a night out.](/content/cities/new-york-ny/venues/kisa?venueId=84165/index.html)
Laziza
Bedford-Stuyvesant
Good vibes, good grilled mushrooms (loud music haters, beware).](/content/cities/new-york-ny/venues/laziza?venueId=85252/index.html)
Sea Wolf Bushwick
Bushwick
Painkillers with a float + neighborhood’s best patio + Old Bay fries.](/content/cities/new-york-ny/venues/sea-wolf-bushwick?venueId=52943/index.html)
Fun Facts
- Lives in
Brooklyn, NY - First Resy ever made
Raclette in 2017. RIP that restaurant, RIP the relationship I was in when I went. - Favorite food movie
“Chef” with a special mention to “Ratatouille.” - Restaurant you’ve been to the most
F&F Restaurant and Bar, formerly known as Franks Wine Bar — you will always be famous to me. - Best high-low pairing
Caviar and dinosaur chicken nuggets (or McDonald’s) and very good, very cold Champagne. - Ideal night out
Drinks, dancing, dim sum. - Favorite food city
We’re living in it, baby.
Ellie’s Featured Stories
The Resy Guide to Dining Solo (With a Good Book)
Why JaJaJa on the Lower East Side Is the Perfect Mood Ring for a Night Out
The Resy Guide to Hot Dogs in New York
Where the Owners of Agi’s Counter Go for Date Night in New York
The Resy Guide to Late-Night Dining in New York
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Recent Posts
The Resy Guide to Road Trips From New York City
Hit the road with these three itineraries for where to stay, what to do, and where to eat, plus recs for restaurants worth the trip.
By Ellie PlassJuly 20, 2026
New York’s Newest Restaurant Openings, Now on Resy
All the intel you need on the latest — and greatest — restaurant and bar openings in New York, now bookable on Resy.
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The Ultimate Guide to New York’s Great Steakhouses
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How to Get the Toughest Restaurant Reservations in New York
Your ultimate cheat sheet for getting into some of the city’s most-sought-after restaurants, updated regularly with all the tips and tricks you need.
By Deanna Ting and Ellie PlassUpdated: June 22, 2026
The Resy Guide to New York’s New Old-School Restaurants
In a town like New York, what’s considered “old school” is relative, but the one constant is that an old-school…
By Ellie PlassUpdated: June 18, 2026
20 of New York’s Best Ice Creams to Order for Dessert
From the drippiest of hot fudge sundaes and the most sublime gelato and soft-serve, here’s where you need to get your ice cream fix this summer.
By Ellie PlassUpdated: June 17, 2026
At Bar Manje, Caribbean Flavors Abound by Central Park
Bar Manje from chef Kingsley John comes to life inside Good Enough to Eat in the UWS.
By Ellie PlassJune 12, 2026
The Resy Guide to Summer Fridays in New York City
Whether you’re interested in a long lunch, happy hour, or some golden-hour selfies, we’ve got you covered when it comes to Summer Friday plans.
By Ellie PlassJune 8, 2026
Everywhere You’ll Want to Eat Around New York’s Madison Square Garden
Should you find yourself in Midtown near Penn Station, Madison Square Garden, or Herald Square and in search of a good meal (or drink), we’ve got you covered.
By Chadner Navarro and Ellie PlassUpdated: June 5, 2026
Somssi, From the Team Behind Atoboy and Atomix, Reinvents the Classic Bistro
It’s a truly Asian American bistro that blends different cultures and influences to delicious effect.
By Ellie PlassJune 2, 2026